The average train between Bath and Chesterfield takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath to Chesterfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bath and Chesterfield. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Chesterfield at 10:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bath to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Chesterfield station via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Bath to Chesterfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Chesterfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Chesterfield station.
Book your Bath to Chesterfield train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bath and Chesterfield is 218.1 km. The road distance is 264 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Chesterfield hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 28m.